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La acción de llevar al buque a su posición de equilibrio se denomina:Bringing the vessel back to her upright balance is called:

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Correct answer: b) Righting (“adrizar”).

Why it is correct

Righting is bringing the boat back upright. It is the opposite of heeling.

Why the others are not

  • a) Raising anchor.
  • c) The opposite.
  • d) Letting go.

How to work it out in the exam

  1. Back upright: right.

Where this question comes from

Try it: Parts of a boat

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